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Practice Test 10th Edition Flashcards

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  1. According to ATLS 10th edition, what is the recommended initial crystalloid bolus for a hypotensive adult trauma patient?

    Answer: 1 liter of warmed isotonic crystalloid

    The 10th edition changed from 2 liters to 1 liter, reflecting evidence that excessive crystalloid worsens outcomes.

  2. The ATLS 10th edition emphasizes that the MOST preventable cause of death in trauma is:

    Answer: Hemorrhage

    Hemorrhage is the most common preventable cause of death in trauma.

  3. In the ATLS 10th edition, which mnemonic prioritizes hemorrhage control?

    Answer: MARCH

    MARCH (Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respirations, Circulation, Hypothermia) places hemorrhage first.

  4. What did the 10th edition change regarding hemorrhagic shock classification?

    Answer: Acknowledged vital signs overlap significantly between classes

    The 10th edition acknowledges the four-class system oversimplifies clinical reality.

  5. What is the 10th edition recommendation regarding whole blood in trauma?

    Answer: Recognized as potentially superior to component therapy for massive hemorrhage

    Emerging evidence from military experience shows low-titer group O whole blood may be superior.

  6. The 10th edition includes a new chapter on which topic?

    Answer: Disaster management and mass casualty

    New content on mass casualty and disaster management was added.